Counsel

Consulting Lawyer — Employment (Media & Entertainment)

A Magic Circle firm

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Join a global legal consulting platform run by a major international law firm, supplying experienced employment lawyers to client-side and firm-side assignments across Australia. This role suits self-directed consultants seeking varied short- to medium-term placements focused on employment law in media and entertainment sectors.

Assignments typically include in-house secondments and ad-hoc project work with durations commonly ranging from two to twelve months (often part-time or four days per week). Appointments give access to firm resources, training and a dedicated consultant support team; work is offered on a demand-led basis and is not guaranteed.

  • Qualified to practise in Australia with unrestricted practising rights
  • Minimum 4 years' post-qualification experience in employment law; experience at a top-tier firm, in-house or on secondment desirable
  • Solid experience advising on general employment law and exposure to employment disputes/litigation
  • Right to live and work in Australia
  • Strong commercial awareness, excellent communication and client-service skills; able to work autonomously on multi-jurisdictional projects

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